Courses for adults with learning disabilities (LD)

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About our Supported Learning programme

Our Supported Learning programme offers courses for adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to develop independent living skills in a collaborative and creative environment. Our courses are designed to:

  • Gain independence
  • Develop communication skills
  • Develop decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Engage with and participate in the community
  • Provide opportunities to maintain physical and mental well-being
  • Develop English, maths and digital skills
  • Enhance employability skills
  • Gain confidence to make friends and develop social skills
  • Acquire skills which have a positive impact on everyday life

Our dedicated Tutors and Supported Learning Assistants provide a personalised learning journey for every learner that is challenging, varied and fun.

Some of our courses are free to learners who meet the eligibility requirements. We are also able to offer bespoke courses to organised groups.


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Supported Learner - Callum

Supported learning courses

We currently offer the following in courses in our centres:

Find an arts and crafts course

  • Creative Art and Craft
  • Creative Upcycling
  • Mosaics
  • Pottery
  • Woodwork

Find a communication skills course

  • Developing Communication through Games
  • Exploring the Past and Present
  • Mini Enterprise
  • Our Planet our Environment
  • Photography
  • Mind, Body and Relationships

Find a dance, drama or exercise course

  • Dance
  • Performing Arts
  • Yoga
  • Tai Chi

Find a healthy living and independence skills course

  • Mind, Body and Relationships
  • Cookery
  • Health and Nutrition

Find a digital skills course

  • Digital Skills using a Computer
  • Digital Skills using a Tablet
  • Photography

How to enrol

Before enrolling on a course we will meet with you to talk to you about your needs and interests. To arrange a meeting please contact a member of the Supported Learning Team who will let you know what information you need to bring with you. This will include evidence of any benefits you receive so we can see if you are eligible for any of our free courses.

It is important you are placed on the right course, whether you want to learn a new skill or maintain existing skills, so we may need to assess your English and maths starting points.

Contact the Customer Service Team who can email you a copy of our current course directory. Email adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk or call 0300 200 1044.


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Term dates

Please see our supported learning term dates.


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